Statewide centralization and enhancing the
strategic role of state central procurement have been front and center for many
states. NASPO recognized statewide centralization as one of its top priorities for 2016.

This infographic report presents a quick overview of the
main drivers for change towards centralization, reported successes, challenges
and risk factors, based on information gathered through group interviews with
chief procurement officers.

This
publication recommends critical success areas and key metrics for state central
procurement offices.NASPO identified four critical success areas and key
performance indicators (KPIs) that the state central procurement organization
should focus on to be successful. NASPO suggests using this limited number of
metrics defined for each area as central to the success of the state
central procurement office. We encourage each office to develop its own KPIs
that are strategic, actionable, relevant, and in line with their statutory
requirements, statewide strategy and organizational goals.

Research supported best practices designed to help state officials who are considering procurement reform

As many states grapple with the best ways to modernize and update their purchasing systems, the National Association of State Procurement Officials has released seven principals of state purchasing to establish a framework that individual states can follow to create efficient, modern and cost-effective purchasing processes.

NASPO’s Research & Innovation Team has launched Procurement Pulse – a blog that monitors state issues in procurement. Procurement Pulse wants to be your go-to source for news, best practices, and emerging issues in state procurement. Bookmark the blog and be sure check back regularly for more articles on the issues that matter to NASPO members.

NASPO's mission is to help our members achieve success as public procurement leaders in their states through promotion of best practices, education, professional development, research, and innovative procurement strategies.